Network Engineer (Firewall Centric) SME TI26

Fuel Consulting LLC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in McLean is seeking a Network Engineer specializing in firewall solutions. The role involves designing IT infrastructure, providing technical oversight, and ensuring adherence to best practices. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with LAN/WAN devices and firewall configurations. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and excellence.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years configuring and troubleshooting LAN/WAN devices.
• Experience with Cisco ASA and Next Generation Firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Design IT infrastructure solutions and provide technical oversight.
• Ensure solutions adhere to industry best practices and security standards.

Skills

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Mentorship

Network Monitoring

QoS Knowledge

Tools

Cisco ASA

Palo Alto

F5

Juniper

Job description

Fuel Network Engineer- Firewall Centric (Subject Matter Expert), McLean

Job Description

Fuel is seeking a Network Engineer responsible for designing technical solutions for complex problems. The role involves providing technical oversight, interpreting requirements, defining processes, and ensuring solutions adhere to industry best practices, security standards, and cost efficiency. The candidate will design IT infrastructure solutions including capacity planning, systems configuration, monitoring, backups, and hardware/software installation. Independence and flexibility to support IT Operations are essential.

Skills and Experience

• 5+ years configuring, designing, maintaining, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN devices
• Deep understanding of network routing (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, IP MPLS)
• 5+ years experience with Cisco ASA/Next Generation Firewalls
• Experience with other hardware firewalls like Palo Alto, F5, Juniper
• Basic QoS knowledge
• Proficiency with network monitoring tools
• Ability to develop solutions from ambiguous requirements
• Collaborative skills with system, storage, and application teams
• Strong problem-solving and mentorship abilities

Desired Knowledge/Skills

• Experience with IP multicast and QoS configurations
• Certifications in Juniper, Palo Alto, or Cisco Firewalls

About Fuel

Fuel Consulting LLC helps clients create their future with expertise, tools, and methodologies. We value teamwork and excellence, offering competitive benefits. We are a woman-owned small business serving clients in the Washington DC area.